Description
ππΆ BRUNO β A Loving & Loyal Boy Who Just Wants to Belong πΆπ
π LOOKING FOR FOSTER HOME or FOSTER TO ADOPT π
π¬π§ Burton-upon-Trent, DE15
π RBU, post-adoption support, and 4 weeks free PetPlan insurance provided
πΆ BRUNO (formerly Ricky) is a nearly 2-year-old small Bichon, possibly a cross (8kg). He is shy with new people (can bark and growl), but warms up fast and is incredibly loving, loyal, and adores children. His world revolves around his familyβhe wants to be with his people at all times.
πΆ BRUNO has some fear issues with strangers, initially barking and growling at new people. But once he feels safe, he transforms into the happiest, most affectionate boy. His fosters say: "After an hour of sitting on the floor with him, letting him approach on his own terms, he is your best friend in the world!"
πΆ BRUNO needs a home with people who will give him time to trust and a calm approach to help him feel secure.
Highlights
SIZE: Small (8 kg, Bichon cross)
SPAYED/NEUTERED: No (rescue will arrange neutering)
CHARACTER HIGHLIGHTS: Loyal, affectionate, playful, anxious with strangers
DOGS: Friendly on walks, can live with a calm, neutered dog
CATS: Untested
CHILDREN: Loves gentle dogs savvy kids, great in a family setting
TRAINING NEEDS: Fearful of strangers, separation anxiety, humping behaviour when excited (can be managed by distraction)
Challenges & Training Needs
πΎ Separation Anxiety: BRUNO cannot cope being left alone and will bark continuously. He needs a home where someone is around most of the time. If left alone, he takes a long time to settle and can be very vocal.
πΎ Stranger Fear: BRUNO is very nervous meeting new people. He will bark/growl at first but quickly bonds when given space and reassurance. A home that understands how to build trust gently will help him thrive.
πΎ Excitement Humping: He gets overexcited and humps people/animals, so this will need continued training and boundaries.
Daily Life & Positives
πΎ Walks Beautifully on Lead β LOVES his walks and currently enjoys 3 per day.
πΎ Now Toilet Trained β His fosters have worked hard on this, but expect some accidents in a new home during settlement period.
πΎ Loves a Big Family β The more people around, the happier he is!
Ideal Home
π Someone home most of the time β Best for people working from home or in a busy household where he always has company.
π A patient, kind adopter β Someone willing to work on his fears and help him feel secure.
π Dog-friendly home β He enjoys other dogs but would need a calm, friendly, neutered companion to help him settle.
π Children welcome! β He loves gentle dog savvy kids and would thrive in a family setting.
πΆ BRUNO loves deeply and wants nothing more than a family who will commit to him forever. He has so much love to give but needs someone who wonβt give up on him. If you are patient, understanding, and willing to help him overcome his anxieties, he will reward you with endless love, loyalty, and joy.
Health Information:
πΆ BRUNO is fully healthy. He is not neutered yet (rescue will arrange this). Has all core vaccines done, microchipped.
If you can foster or foster-to-adopt, please fill out a form:
π Foster Form: https://forms.gle/yE66hpgwdU9bnQsAA
π Foster-to-Adopt/Adoption Form : https://forms.gle
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